WHAT ARE SOME DISEASES OR PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PIGEON INFESTATION?
Pigeon waste is comprised of moisture and protein. These two components make an ideal breeding ground for bacterial, parasitic, fungal and viral diseases. It has also been known to attract ants, roaches and scorpions. According to the State of Arizona, there has never been a documented case of pigeon-related illness in the state. Many symptoms people complain of could very well be misdiagnosed. Pigeon Lung is a debilitating flu-like disease that is most often associated with pigeon fanciers who deal regularly with fecal waste. The challenge is when the dust from pigeon feces is inhaled. The Pigeon Guy highly recommends that people dealing with large amounts of waste take every precaution possible to prevent physical contamination.
